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On'yomi
トン
TON
Kun'yomi
たむろ
tamuro

barracks · police station · camp · ton

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Strokes4
Frequency#1980
Radicalsprout(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes4

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of grass sprouting from ground. Gathering.

Symbolism

Settlement, garrison, accumulate. Represents gathering.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 屯 mean in Japanese?

屯 means barracks, police station, camp, ton.

How do you read 屯?

On'yomi: トン (TON). Kun'yomi: たむろ (tamuro).

How many strokes does 屯 have?

屯 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 屮 (sprout).

Is 屯 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 屯 (barracks, police station, camp, ton) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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